The Do-Gooders Print Collection - Download now!

Written by Katie Fourney on February 3, 2020 in

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The Do-Gooders Print Collection: A limited series of illustrations celebrating every act of good. Together, our generosity will build to make our Metro stronger.

Find your fit and become a mentor

Written by Katie Fourney on January 27, 2020 in

January is National Mentoring Month. Find your fit and become a mentor now.

Mentors connect, befriend and guide. The impact of mentors is tangible. Mentoring is linked to improved academic, social and economic prospects for Omaha/Council Bluffs metro young people who become the future leaders of our community.

It can feel daunting to be a part of helping youth make responsible choices, but for many it’s natural! The first step is to show up.

Shelley, a GOAL buddy for Partnership 4 Kids, views her time with Gifford Park Elementary students as a break in the day.

Volunteer in style: Roaring 20s Gala volunteers needed!

Written by Katie Fourney on October 18, 2019 in

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Have a roaring good time while volunteering for Omaha Home for Boys! Sign up now.

Omaha Home for Boys is celebrating a century of service by taking it back to the Roaring 20s when it all began! Grab your glad rags and sign up to volunteer for the 100 Year Anniversary Celebration. It's a festive evening complete with 1920s themed cocktails and costumes, live music from The Diamond Empire Band, a speakeasy, casino games, a photo booth, a Model-T, dinner, auction and more. It’s going to be the bee’s knees!

The event will be held at the Embassy Suites in LaVista on November 8, 2019, and a number of volunteer opportunities are available for both individuals and small groups. Dinner will be provided for all volunteers.

Assistance League of Omaha's Operation School Bell®

Written by Katie Fourney on October 9, 2019 in

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Assistance League® of Omaha’s Operation School Bell® is a program that offers over 4,000 children the opportunity to shop for new clothing at JCPenney at Westroads Mall. Research shows that when children feel good about what they are wearing, attendance and grades improve.

This effort wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of 450 volunteers. Many parents say they appreciate the kind and welcoming Assistance League of Omaha volunteers.

Pumpkin spice lattes are here, let’s volunteer!

Written by Katie Fourney on October 2, 2019 in

Get in the Fall spirit and warm your heart with these easy volunteer opportunities in the Omaha metro.

Volunteer a few hours at a Fall or Halloween Event
Smores, trunk-or-treats and a “haunted” train, these are signs Fall has arrived! These upcoming events need volunteers to offer just a few hours of their time. Sign up below. Ghoul have a spooky good time.

Hummel Harvest Nights – 10/11/19 and 10/18/19
Neighboorhood Tour: Bensonhurst - 10/12/19 and 10/13/19

5 Teen (and young at heart) volunteer activities in the Omaha metro

Written by Katie Fourney on June 14, 2019 in

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You’re never too young to give back. And you’re never too old for adventurous volunteering!

Here is a sample of volunteer activities in the Omaha metro that are infused with an extra dose of fun.

Be a game demo-er at Spielbound

Spread the joy of your favorite board game by teaching others! Be a game demo-er at Spielbound while making new friends. You won’t be “Sorry!”. (Age 13+ or with adult supervision)
Sign up here.

Pack, sort and stock food with the Food Bank for the Heartland

A Recap of April's (do)GOOD month

Written by Katie Fourney on May 8, 2019 in

Wow, Omaha metro! You sure know how to do good.

Each year, National Volunteer Week falls in April. But we know the needs of the metro are too overwhelming to contain in one week. So, SHARE Omaha declared April (do)GOOD month in the Omaha metro. And wow, you really embraced this month of volunteerism!

Individuals raised their hands to help Omaha Rapid Response and Food Bank for the Heartland with flood relief. To walk animals at Midlands Humane Society, drive for Meals on Wheels and join the Dreamweaver Foundation Dream Team.

Fiona: A different kind of education

Written by Fiona on April 8, 2019 in

Fiona is a soon-to-be English Teaching Assistant at the University of Nebraska-Omaha who is dependent on art to keep her alive. When she’s not writing creative nonfiction about gender, astrology or how to make the human experience better, she’s trying to find her new favorite horror movie.

As a college intern for SHARE Omaha, we asked her to write a little bit about why she is moved to give back to the community. Pledge to volunteer alongside her and hundreds more here.

April is (do)GOOD month! How will you serve?

Written by Katie Fourney on April 1, 2019 in

Each year, National Volunteer Week falls in April. But the needs of the metro are too overwhelming to contain in one week. So, SHARE Omaha is declaring April (do)GOOD month in the Omaha metro!

Will you commit to volunteer in April for (do)GOOD month?
You can start small, sampling an opportunity on SHARE Omaha. Or, in true metro fashion, you can go big. Get your whole office involved or take on a project that uses your skills to the fullest. No matter how you choose to start, send your interest to one of our local nonprofits today.

You can also connect with us in person at a (do)GOOD month event to identify your ideal volunteer opportunity or learn more about serving on a board of a nonprofit. Claim your free tickets now!

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